The average train between Glasgow and Bournemouth takes 7h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Bournemouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Bournemouth station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.
Glasgow to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Glasgow to Bournemouth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Glasgow and Bournemouth is 593.4 km. The road distance is 817 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Bournemouth via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 7h.